Foreign Exchange Students and Quota

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Okay, several posters lately have indicated that they will be coming to the states as foreign exchange students and have asked about the possibility of joining an NPC organization.

I can see how chapters would be hesitant... having a member for such a short period of time, when instead they could have someone else for 3-4 years is tough to argue.

This got me thinking. Some college panhellenics offer juniors for "free"... in other words they do not count against quota.

What are your thoughts of the same concept for foreign exchange students? Allow chapters to take a set number for "free."

Obviously they would still just be around for a short term, and could never serve in leadership positions. But would the opportunity to have a close relationship with someone from another country/culture be enough of a plus to make your chapter consider it?

I personally think that if a woman is otherwise qualified (grades, personality, etc) it would be an interesting addition to the mix, and a wonderful learning opportunity for the others in the chapter.

With alumnae chapters springing up around the world, the member could continue her affiliation upon returning home.

Thoughts?